Industry News

International Cat Care present new award

Feline charity, International Cat Care, is presenting new awards to recognise individuals’ outstanding contributions to the welfare of cats.    One of the recipients of this year’s awards, Melvin Driver, has spent many years contributing hugely to the management of unowned cat populations. His company, MDC exports, develops and manufacturer’s…

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Nutritional dog food fit for human consumption

Pet Organic has designed a new dog food which it claims is fit for human consumption.    The dog food is made from 95 per cent fresh organic ingredients and the weekly menu consists of five delicious recipes ranging from Cumberland pie to salmon and gluten-free pasta.    Director, Annie…

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Charity wants knitted blankets and toys

With the colder weather on its way Cats Protection is appealing to cat lovers to get knitting. The charity currently has more than 6,000 felines in its care and a new blanket or a knitted mouse toy could help to provide them with some comfort and fun while waiting for…

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PetSafe promotes the importance pet hydration

Following a successful launch at PATS Harrogate, PetSafe’s Ceramic Avalon Pet Fountain is proving a popular way of providing a free-falling, continuously filtered fresh water stream that entices pets to drink adequately throughout the day. The fountain’s ceramic design is hygienic and easy on the eye, making it a popular…

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Dumpy doesn’t mean frumpy says Measom Freer’s design team

The company has announced the addition of a new 300 millilitre size to their its Dumpy bottle range an apt name for this bottle that is manufactured from stock in clear PVC.  The collection is available in 30 millilitre (Ref 6114) with 18 millilitre R4 neck, 60 millilitre (Ref 6216)…

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Device enables owners to follow their pet’s every move

This autumn sees the launch of the Tractive GPS pet tracker that helps owners locate their dog, cat or other pet at anytime. The Tractive GPS is 100 per cent waterproof and weighs just 35 grammes and can easily be attached to an existing collar. The device also features an…

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Online pet advertising needs to be controlled

A puppy offered in a ‘swap for a mobile phone’ and a ‘fighting dog with big teeth’ are just two examples of the worst online pet advertisements being highlighted today by the Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG). The group comprises of representatives from the UK’s leading animal welfare groups and…

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Research reveals opportunity for retailers to sell secure cat flaps

Research has shown that 65 per cent of pet doors in cat owners’ homes are unsecured. Cambridge-based microchip pet door company SureFlap undertook a Neighbourhood Cat Campaign to learn more about cat’s behaviour and address owners concerns. SureFlap says its customers are typically those that have become concerned about cats…

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Four Paws launches new online-platform in the battle against illegal puppy trade

The international animal welfare organisation Four Paws is launching an interactive online platform to raise awareness about the illegal puppy trade. The trade in pedigree puppies is booming to the extent that thousands of them are being offered for sale under false pretences via the internet, in pet shops and…

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Pet dog costs the average owner £16,000 in its lifetime

New research conducted by a money-saving website suggests that UK dog owners will spend an average of £16,067 during their pet’s lifetime. The study also revealed that 71 per cent of those asked admitted they didn’t take into account the full expense involved in keeping a dog when making their…

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